A Kinder Way

An immersive horsemanship clinic with two of Argentina’s most renowned horsemen, hosted at The Last Ark Orphanage.

Reimagining the partnership between man and horse.

Adapted from Argentina’s indigenous Ranquel people, Scarpati Horsemanship is a unique form of horse training emphasizing connection, understanding, and mutual trust between horse and human.

Oscar and Cristobal  Scarpati, are revered for their mastery of “Doma India,” an ancient Argentine style of horse training that embodies a philosophy of mutual respect and understanding between horse and rider.

Their approach to this art form is characterized by gentle yet firm techniques, prioritizing the well-being and partnership of both horse and human.

The focus of the clinic extends beyond riding techniques or taming. Love, respect, and empathy for the horse form the foundation of the Scarpati’s teachings.

Participants will observe the Scarpati’s masterful interactions with the horses, gaining insight into their gentle yet effective approach while working with members of our free roaming herd of rescued and rewiled horses all from varying backgrounds working through underlying traumas due to the individual history of each horse. From Jineteadas to completely raw untouched ‘Potros’.

We look forward to welcoming you on what we hope will be a transformative three days where we step through a portal to share another way…a kinder way….of partnering with land and horse.

With holistic land management practices, being at the forefront of how we coexist with land and animal here at TLAO, particularly in these unprecedented times with extreme and unpredictable weather patterns Marcelo Pereira Machín, an agronomist deeply rooted in the green tapestry of Uruguay’s agricultural landscape has become a dear friend, ally and guiding light.

Please note – people with disingenuous intentions will be denied admission and refunded any monies submitted